Chesconet Information

Chesconet is a diversified non-profit organization that provides fiber optic wide area network connectivity, including Internet access, to more than fifty regional schools, libraries, government entities, non-profit organizations, and businesses. Chesconet is governed by a Board of Directors. To provide high-speed connectivity, this cost-effective model was built upon a consortium of new and existing networks. Through partnerships with the County of Chester, Cogent Communications, Level 3 Communications, MAGPI, Sunesys, and Cisco Systems, the benefits of fiber optic wide area networks have been delivered, supported, and paid for by participating members. Chesconet demonstrates the capability of today's technology to provide affordable and usable high-speed network connectivity to its members.